BULLET 12.7 X 108 MM ARMOR PIERCING INCENDIARY
The Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) round combines the armor-piercing capability with incendiary effects upon impact. Not only does it penetrate lightly armored targets, but it also ignites flammable materials, making it suitable for engaging both vehicles and fuel storage units. The API round is recognizable by its red/black tip and is commonly used in anti-materiel roles by weapons like the NSV, KORD, and DShK. It can pierce 15 mm of armor at 70 meters while delivering incendiary damage.
ARMOR PIERCING INCENDIARY (API)
Subtype | Tip Identification | Projectile Weight (g) | Purpose |
Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) | Red/Black | 48.2 ± 0.8 | Penetrating armor and causing incendiary damage |
Muzzle Velocity (m/s) | Typical Weaponry | Other Characteristics | |
810 to 825 | DShKM, NSVT, KORD, YAKB | Penetrates 15 mm armor at 100 m; incendiary effect at 70 m |